Car Service/Maintenance

Overview Wheel bearing grease isn’t just some random goop you slather on car parts—it’s the unsung superhero that prevents your wheels from throwing a fiery temper tantrum at 70mph. This article details the importance of selecting high-quality wheel bearing grease (with recommendations for top products like Lucas Oil Red ‘N’ Tacky and Mobil 1 Synthetic), […]

Overview Picture bearing buddies as bouncers at an exclusive club where only grease gets VIP access—they’re protective wheel bearing covers that need regular maintenance to prevent roadside drama. This expert guide outlines five crucial maintenance tips: establish a regular greasing schedule, ensure proper installation, perform routine inspections, protect during storage and water exposure, and understand

Overview Ever wonder why your trailer keeps trying to commit tire suicide on the highway? This article details seven essential trailer tire pressure checks including knowing recommended pressure levels, regular monitoring, pre-trip inspections, proper inflation techniques, weight distribution considerations, timely replacement of aging tires, and emergency preparedness to ensure safety on the road and extend

Overview Proper gooseneck hitch installation is no ball game – placing it 3-4 inches ahead of your truck’s rear axle is crucial for safety and performance, with incorrect placement potentially turning your trailer into an unguided missile at highway speeds. The article outlines six key tips for optimal placement: positioning over the rear axle, ensuring

Overview Like a marriage that needs regular counseling, your fifth wheel hitch demands consistent TLC to avoid catastrophic breakups on the highway. This guide covers five essential maintenance practices: regular inspection and cleaning, proper lubrication techniques, checking bolt torque, corrosion prevention, and seasonal maintenance strategies—all delivered with the no-nonsense wisdom of a veteran mechanic who’s

Overview Ever tried balancing an elephant on a unicycle? That’s essentially what you’re doing when towing a heavy trailer without a load equalizing hitch, which this article explains is crucial for distributing weight properly across vehicle axles for safer towing. The article provides five detailed tips covering proper installation, weight distribution fundamentals, adjustment techniques, maintenance

Overview Forget white-knuckle rides and dancing like a drunk sailor on the highway—this article outlines five essential fixes for proper sway control in vehicles: maintaining shock absorbers, upgrading sway bars, ensuring correct tire pressure and alignment, distributing weight properly, and installing aftermarket sway control devices when needed. These adjustments not only enhance driving comfort but

Overview If you’ve ever wondered why your trailer wobbles like a toddler after too much sugar, proper tongue weight distribution (10-15% of trailer weight) is your salvation. This article outlines seven critical tips for safe towing: using the right hitch class, distributing cargo properly, investing in weight distribution systems, adding sway control devices, maintaining suspension

Overview Safety chains are the unsung backup singers of your towing setup, ready to save the day when your primary hitch connection fails (and they deserve better than being treated like the weird cousin nobody talks to at family reunions). This article offers professional advice on proper chain length, rust prevention, crossover attachment techniques, quick-release

Overview Ever wondered what happens when your trailer decides it needs a solo road trip? This guide offers seven essential maintenance tips for trailer breakaway switches—including regular inspections, battery care, cable checks, functional testing, weather protection, professional evaluations, and timely replacement—to ensure this critical safety system functions properly when you need it most. Table of